Memorial Trees
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Anonymous
March 01, 2023
Memorial trees planted for:
Dwight Hamilton Diller
<p> Dwight Hamilton Diller, 76, of Marlinton, WV, passed away February 14, 2023 in Roanoke, VA. He was born August 17, 1946 in Charleston, WV and was the son of the late Vernon Diller and Faith Woodell, and stepfather, Eugene Dilley. Also preceding him in death was his sister, Nancy Diller Burks. <br></p><p><br></p><p> Dwight was a renowned musician and teacher, well-known for his contributions and preservation of WV Old Time music and the Hammons family legacy. He was an alumnus of WVU where he received a Master’s degree in Horticulture and later, a second Master’s degree from Eastern Mennonite University.</p><p><br></p><p> He is survived by his son, Caleb Diller and wife Ashli of Marlinton, daughter, Susanna Diller-Yoke and husband Blair of Louisville, KY, two grandchildren Brayden and Koda, his longtime friend Catherine Rowe and his faithful companion, Pug.</p><p><br></p><p> In keeping with Dwight’s wishes, he will be cremated after the visitation.</p><p><br></p><p> Visitation for friends and family will be held from 2:00-4:00 pm on March 4, 2023 at Lantz Funeral Home.</p><p><br></p><p> In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Allegheny Echoes Student Scholarship Fund in memory of Dwight. Contributions can be sent to 4407 Frost Rd, Marlinton, WV 24954 or call (304)799-7121.</p><p><br></p><p> Online condolences can be made at lantzfuneralhome.com</p><p><br></p>August 17, 1946 - February 14, 202308/17/194602/14/2023
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